What is a Buyer's Agent

A Buyer's Agent in a Real Estate Transaction represents the interest of the Purchaser(s).

A Buyer's Agent may be an Agent, Broker or Associate Broker. This role provides separation from the Listing Agent representing the seller.

Before a buyer's agent can fully represent a purchaser, the buyer's agent will typically ask the purchaser(s) to sign a "Buyer Brokerage Agreement". In most states this is common practice; and in Georgia, it is the law.

Should you use a Buyer's Agent?

We believe, in most cases, a purchaser(s) will benefit by engaging with a Brokerage for representation when purchasing a home. However, as in any Business or Industry, one must choose a firm they feel would best represent their interest.

Remember, when you sign any Brokerage Agreement, you are signing with the Brokerage Firm and not with an individual agent.

What does a Buyer's Agent owe you as a Client?

Once you sign a "Buyer Brokerage Agreement", you then become a Client of the Brokerage Firm instead of a Customer.

A Buyer's Agent owes a client, at minimum, the following:

To use all special knowledge and always act solely in the best interest of the client (undivided loyalty);

To follow instructions and stay within the scope of delegated authority (obedience);

To disclose all information about the transaction that might affect the client's best interest (full disclosure);

To keep client confidences even after the agency relationship ends (confidentiality).

Advantages in Using A Buyer's Agent.

A Buyer's agent can save you time and money.

Example: Let's say you want to view seven Homes in one day.
If you have a buyer's agent, he/she can schedule multiple appointments in a timely, natural-flowing manner.
In other words, you wouldn't have to wait on seven different agents to arrive.

A Buyer's agent will help you locate a desired home either through contacts or an internet e-mail campaign.

A Buyer's agent represents the purchaser's(s) interest and negotiates the contract on his/her behalf.

A Buyer's agent shows you properties.

A Buyer's agent schedules closings.

A Buyer's agent may recommend and schedule home and termite inspections.

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